WEBVTT 00:00:22.791 --> 00:00:23.791 Help! 00:00:24.291 --> 00:00:25.208 Whoa! 00:00:25.708 --> 00:00:26.708 Help! 00:00:26.791 --> 00:00:28.083 - Whoa! - Stop! 00:00:29.958 --> 00:00:33.000 Why have we stopped? We're expected at court. 00:00:33.083 --> 00:00:34.291 I need help. 00:00:34.375 --> 00:00:35.625 What's wrong, girl? 00:00:41.041 --> 00:00:42.625 Good heavens, girl. 00:00:43.375 --> 00:00:44.833 Is someone after you? 00:00:48.541 --> 00:00:49.708 I'm sorry. 00:00:49.750 --> 00:00:51.500 What- - 00:01:13.916 --> 00:01:14.875 It's all here. 00:01:15.416 --> 00:01:17.291 Countess Leontine von Apafi. 00:01:21.041 --> 00:01:21.958 One fewer. 00:01:25.041 --> 00:01:26.375 We have to go. 00:01:40.041 --> 00:01:41.208 For the people. 00:01:42.625 --> 00:01:43.958 For the people. 00:03:44.291 --> 00:03:45.500 Your Majesty? 00:03:47.333 --> 00:03:50.500 - What are you doing here? - Says the Empress in a tree. 00:03:55.625 --> 00:03:56.500 Oops. 00:03:58.125 --> 00:03:59.375 Cigarette? 00:04:14.000 --> 00:04:17.166 - Thank you, Majesty. - You're wearing my patience thin. 00:04:19.583 --> 00:04:22.416 I've told you ten times to call me Elisabeth. 00:04:35.625 --> 00:04:38.500 - What is that? - A Bulgarian woodtit. 00:04:40.791 --> 00:04:41.791 Hey! 00:04:42.708 --> 00:04:44.000 Is someone there? 00:04:49.166 --> 00:04:50.625 I saw a fox. 00:04:51.291 --> 00:04:52.291 At the entrance. 00:04:52.833 --> 00:04:54.000 A fox? 00:04:54.125 --> 00:04:56.916 You should go look. It could have rabies. 00:04:57.000 --> 00:04:59.958 I walk here every morning with the Empress. 00:05:00.833 --> 00:05:01.833 Go on, then! 00:05:17.166 --> 00:05:18.291 Your Majesty? 00:05:24.625 --> 00:05:25.583 It's time. 00:06:02.250 --> 00:06:03.166 Franz? 00:06:05.750 --> 00:06:06.791 Is he still here? 00:06:08.958 --> 00:06:10.625 His Majesty has already departed. 00:06:11.375 --> 00:06:13.541 And Countess Esterhazy awaits you. 00:06:19.000 --> 00:06:23.708 In the name of the Imperial family and all residents of the Habsburg Empire, 00:06:23.750 --> 00:06:27.541 I wish you courage, strength and confidence. 00:06:29.916 --> 00:06:32.416 It's an honour to fight for the fatherland. 00:06:34.625 --> 00:06:36.583 You have taken an oath to me, 00:06:37.750 --> 00:06:39.541 but you do not serve me alone… 00:06:45.500 --> 00:06:47.291 you serve the Almighty God. 00:06:54.916 --> 00:06:55.791 Forgive me. 00:06:59.166 --> 00:07:01.916 Honestly, I have no idea what to say to you. 00:07:04.416 --> 00:07:06.875 You're the ones leaving your families, not me. 00:07:07.625 --> 00:07:10.333 You're going to a part of the Empire hardly anyone knows. 00:07:11.458 --> 00:07:13.458 You're the ones who protect our empire. 00:07:14.833 --> 00:07:17.625 Not the Almighty, not me, but all of you. 00:07:21.833 --> 00:07:24.041 And I am eternally grateful for that. 00:07:27.541 --> 00:07:28.708 My hope… 00:07:29.833 --> 00:07:31.583 No, my conviction is, 00:07:32.375 --> 00:07:34.875 that we can preserve peace on our borders. 00:07:37.916 --> 00:07:40.500 But sometimes peace comes at a high price. 00:07:42.750 --> 00:07:46.708 Show the Russian army that we do not wish to go to battle, 00:07:48.458 --> 00:07:50.875 but that we're prepared to at any time! 00:07:59.208 --> 00:08:00.458 May God protect you. 00:08:02.250 --> 00:08:04.208 Attention! 00:08:05.125 --> 00:08:07.041 First Battalion and right! 00:08:07.083 --> 00:08:10.416 Second Battalion and left… about face! 00:08:12.416 --> 00:08:13.791 Forward, 00:08:14.833 --> 00:08:15.833 march! 00:08:29.291 --> 00:08:30.708 Warmonger! 00:08:49.916 --> 00:08:52.125 Today's visit is of great importance. 00:08:53.333 --> 00:08:57.250 The Empress is concerned for her people. The people must see it. 00:08:58.791 --> 00:09:00.041 But never forget, 00:09:00.125 --> 00:09:03.083 to the people, you are a divine being. 00:09:04.083 --> 00:09:08.000 Always follow these three rules. Do not touch anyone. 00:09:08.583 --> 00:09:09.625 Ever. 00:09:10.583 --> 00:09:11.833 No direct eye contact. 00:09:11.916 --> 00:09:14.458 And do not speak familiarly with anyone. 00:09:14.583 --> 00:09:18.583 The Empress must always remain untouchable, unapproachable. 00:09:19.083 --> 00:09:19.958 Always. 00:09:24.250 --> 00:09:26.333 We will visit several workshops. 00:09:26.458 --> 00:09:29.041 You will receive a gift from the workers each time. 00:09:29.708 --> 00:09:32.333 Will I also bring a gift? For the people? 00:09:32.458 --> 00:09:34.291 You are the gift. 00:09:41.041 --> 00:09:43.166 The people of Vienna are agitated. 00:09:44.291 --> 00:09:45.791 Because of the Russia conflict, 00:09:45.875 --> 00:09:49.666 which has escalated in no small part due to you. 00:09:49.750 --> 00:09:51.791 It would've escalated without me as well. 00:09:51.875 --> 00:09:55.791 Really? And the Emperor would've been humiliated without your help? 00:09:59.458 --> 00:10:01.291 Go out. Show your face. 00:10:01.541 --> 00:10:05.250 Soldiers are pushing through sickness and hunger towards the fronts. 00:10:24.250 --> 00:10:26.000 Swallow it. 00:10:29.000 --> 00:10:30.125 Not on the dress! 00:10:30.166 --> 00:10:32.833 Now it's on the dress. Wipe it off. 00:10:36.875 --> 00:10:39.958 It is about time you serve your purpose, Elisabeth. 00:11:05.166 --> 00:11:07.583 Come on, Hedi. We'll be late for work. 00:11:10.583 --> 00:11:11.583 Are you ready? 00:11:16.125 --> 00:11:17.833 I spy with my little eye… 00:11:18.583 --> 00:11:19.916 I'm not five anymore. 00:11:21.333 --> 00:11:24.375 I spy with my little eye something… 00:11:24.458 --> 00:11:25.375 red. 00:11:26.666 --> 00:11:27.666 My nose? 00:11:31.750 --> 00:11:33.375 There's nothing red here. 00:11:34.000 --> 00:11:35.083 Close your eyes. 00:11:43.416 --> 00:11:44.333 Open them. 00:11:45.458 --> 00:11:46.833 Where did you get those? 00:11:48.166 --> 00:11:49.333 That's my secret. 00:11:55.375 --> 00:11:56.458 Let's go. 00:12:10.708 --> 00:12:11.791 Your Majesty. 00:12:12.416 --> 00:12:14.208 Sorry, but I have to speak to you. 00:12:14.708 --> 00:12:16.541 Von Sina cancelled on you. 00:12:16.625 --> 00:12:17.958 I'm not surprised. 00:12:18.041 --> 00:12:20.458 He said he'd suspend all future payments. 00:12:20.583 --> 00:12:24.625 He said you broke your word by sending 200,000 soldiers instead of- - 00:12:24.666 --> 00:12:25.750 I know! 00:12:28.666 --> 00:12:29.583 Leave me alone. 00:12:49.333 --> 00:12:50.333 Clear this away. 00:12:53.541 --> 00:12:55.125 Clear it away! 00:13:05.000 --> 00:13:06.708 For… Forgive me, Theo. 00:13:09.625 --> 00:13:11.541 The Empress wishes to see you. 00:13:20.083 --> 00:13:21.916 If I may, Your Majesty. 00:13:23.625 --> 00:13:25.958 When it seems as if everything is falling apart, 00:13:27.125 --> 00:13:29.291 things sometimes fall into place. 00:13:44.375 --> 00:13:46.750 - I wanted to see… - You were gone when I woke up. 00:13:46.875 --> 00:13:48.416 - Sorry, go on. - You first. 00:13:57.291 --> 00:13:58.625 I was looking for you. 00:13:59.833 --> 00:14:03.333 If you wander around at night, we'll always miss each other. 00:14:13.416 --> 00:14:14.666 How were the troops? 00:14:17.333 --> 00:14:18.791 I have a bad feeling. 00:14:20.583 --> 00:14:22.583 I can feel the tension in the city. 00:14:25.875 --> 00:14:27.000 I'm going out today. 00:14:27.583 --> 00:14:29.791 Showing my face, as your mother says. 00:14:31.458 --> 00:14:33.083 Well, you have a good face. 00:14:40.458 --> 00:14:41.458 Do not worry. 00:14:44.875 --> 00:14:48.708 An iron foundry, you know? Maybe one day, they'll build our rails. 00:14:51.583 --> 00:14:53.041 A smile, thank heavens. 00:14:55.750 --> 00:14:57.583 I'm sure it will be a good day. 00:15:19.875 --> 00:15:21.041 My beloved people, 00:15:22.208 --> 00:15:25.083 a great change can also be a new beginning. 00:15:27.458 --> 00:15:31.916 I will receive the Imperial crown with dignity and humility. 00:15:34.500 --> 00:15:36.791 With dignity and humility, with… 00:15:40.500 --> 00:15:42.708 …receive it with dignity and wisdom. 00:15:45.708 --> 00:15:47.541 What is the situation on the front? 00:15:47.666 --> 00:15:50.666 The Russian army is holding its position. The Tsar won't budge. 00:15:50.750 --> 00:15:54.458 Once reinforcements arrive at the border, we can attack at any time. 00:15:54.541 --> 00:15:56.875 - As soon as Your Majesty commands. - No. 00:15:56.958 --> 00:15:57.958 No attack. 00:16:00.083 --> 00:16:02.416 Our army will stand along the border. 00:16:03.791 --> 00:16:05.041 Like a wall. 00:16:09.541 --> 00:16:12.666 The troops will show resolve and intimidate the Tsar 00:16:12.750 --> 00:16:15.458 without destroying diplomatic relations for good. 00:16:16.041 --> 00:16:17.250 A wise decision. 00:16:17.333 --> 00:16:21.166 I… I'd like to point out the situation in Vienna is also tense 00:16:21.250 --> 00:16:23.208 because troops were redeployed. 00:16:23.250 --> 00:16:25.541 Baron von Kempen will deal with that. 00:16:28.041 --> 00:16:29.208 If you'll excuse me. 00:16:30.250 --> 00:16:31.083 If I may. 00:16:32.250 --> 00:16:35.250 I doubt pressure from the police is the solution. 00:16:36.250 --> 00:16:39.958 Hundreds of arrests since the wedding haven't ended the unrest. 00:16:42.833 --> 00:16:43.833 Your Majesty. 00:16:48.458 --> 00:16:50.000 Tell Kempen to tread lightly. 00:16:54.333 --> 00:16:56.666 You've suffered a setback. That hurts. 00:16:59.291 --> 00:17:02.541 The time for your ideas will come. I promise. 00:17:02.625 --> 00:17:05.333 But it's all a question of the right moment. 00:17:06.083 --> 00:17:08.208 Now, you will defend our empire. 00:17:08.291 --> 00:17:09.666 Do you really think now 00:17:09.750 --> 00:17:12.166 is a good time to send Elisabeth into the city? 00:17:14.041 --> 00:17:15.958 She will calm the people down. 00:17:18.208 --> 00:17:21.541 Stability, security and order are important now. 00:17:21.625 --> 00:17:23.958 When chaos reigns, we need control. 00:17:24.041 --> 00:17:25.041 Not change. 00:17:25.666 --> 00:17:28.291 I want to know if we are in accord, Franz. 00:17:33.833 --> 00:17:35.833 The world is changing, Mother. 00:17:37.083 --> 00:17:39.583 The question is whether this family will too. 00:17:49.916 --> 00:17:52.583 The Archduke is familiar with such visits. 00:17:52.625 --> 00:17:55.958 He's beloved among the people. Isn't that so, Your Highness? 00:17:56.875 --> 00:17:58.625 I'm happy you came along today. 00:18:00.458 --> 00:18:01.500 Are you afraid? 00:18:03.208 --> 00:18:04.458 Of the people? No. 00:18:05.916 --> 00:18:06.750 But of her? 00:18:08.000 --> 00:18:09.000 Yes. 00:18:11.291 --> 00:18:13.625 When I get nervous, I always say, 00:18:13.708 --> 00:18:15.875 "How nice. Thank you very much." 00:18:16.791 --> 00:18:18.375 And I bow my head a bit. 00:18:18.458 --> 00:18:19.291 Like this… 00:18:21.583 --> 00:18:22.416 Give it a try. 00:18:27.000 --> 00:18:29.000 How nice. Thank you very much. 00:18:31.291 --> 00:18:33.916 When there is something to eat or drink, 00:18:34.000 --> 00:18:35.291 I don't swallow it. 00:18:36.041 --> 00:18:38.833 I put it in my cheeks and spit it out later. 00:18:45.250 --> 00:18:47.333 - Make way! - Elisabeth! 00:18:47.833 --> 00:18:49.500 Make way! 00:18:49.583 --> 00:18:51.166 - Elisabeth! - Get away! 00:18:51.250 --> 00:18:52.625 Elisabeth! Elisabeth! 00:19:03.708 --> 00:19:06.875 - Elisabeth. - Everyone, step back! 00:19:07.666 --> 00:19:09.041 Step back! 00:19:09.083 --> 00:19:12.625 - I can't see a thing! - Didn't you hear? Step back! 00:19:26.500 --> 00:19:28.041 Elisabeth! 00:19:34.166 --> 00:19:36.125 - Elisabeth! - Elisabeth! 00:19:36.833 --> 00:19:37.750 Your Majesty. 00:19:39.958 --> 00:19:42.166 Your Majesty. It is an indescribable honour. 00:19:43.541 --> 00:19:45.375 How nice. Thank you very much. 00:19:46.791 --> 00:19:49.041 May I introduce our workers? 00:19:52.500 --> 00:19:53.708 Your Majesty. 00:19:54.541 --> 00:19:55.583 Hello. 00:19:56.416 --> 00:19:59.625 We've been forging iron for over 50 years. 00:19:59.750 --> 00:20:02.125 We produce everything from ovens 00:20:02.250 --> 00:20:04.250 to balustrades and fountains. 00:20:05.583 --> 00:20:10.208 Of course, we have shifted to making cannons and other armaments. 00:20:12.708 --> 00:20:14.083 We have 135 employees. 00:20:14.166 --> 00:20:17.125 Our factory is up to the most modern standards. 00:20:18.625 --> 00:20:21.875 Allow me, in the name of everyone in the shop 00:20:21.958 --> 00:20:24.625 to present this gift to you, Your Majesty. 00:20:27.291 --> 00:20:31.291 As a sign of our devotion to the divine House of Habsburg. 00:20:31.375 --> 00:20:32.916 Thank you very much. 00:20:33.000 --> 00:20:37.125 The workers also went without a day's pay to support the army. 00:20:37.208 --> 00:20:40.375 - I beg your pardon? - May God protect the Emperor. 00:20:41.000 --> 00:20:42.666 May God protect the Emperor. 00:20:46.500 --> 00:20:49.375 Your Majesty, the coach is waiting to depart. 00:20:53.458 --> 00:20:55.875 Our schedule allows for no delays. 00:20:58.875 --> 00:21:02.500 If I may, I'd like to go inside and see how the people work. 00:21:02.583 --> 00:21:05.333 I'm afraid we have no time for that, Majesty. 00:21:06.125 --> 00:21:07.250 I think we do. 00:21:08.625 --> 00:21:11.666 Look over here, Elisabeth! 00:21:11.791 --> 00:21:13.000 Over here! 00:21:13.125 --> 00:21:15.791 Look over here, Elisabeth! 00:21:18.958 --> 00:21:21.041 BRONZE & IRON FOUNDRY H. WINKELMANN 00:21:26.208 --> 00:21:27.750 Take it off, come on! 00:21:27.833 --> 00:21:28.791 Take it off! 00:21:29.875 --> 00:21:31.000 Hello. 00:21:33.291 --> 00:21:35.000 That goes over here! 00:21:35.083 --> 00:21:36.583 We need two more men! 00:21:42.625 --> 00:21:43.958 Go take a look, boys. 00:21:48.666 --> 00:21:50.666 The fumes are harmful, Your Majesty. 00:21:50.750 --> 00:21:53.166 - I kindly request… - I'm just looking around. 00:21:53.291 --> 00:21:55.666 Your Imperial Majesty, are you unwell? 00:21:57.041 --> 00:21:58.708 We really ought to go now! 00:22:00.708 --> 00:22:01.791 Go away, girl! 00:22:01.875 --> 00:22:03.666 No. Wait. 00:22:19.333 --> 00:22:20.291 I thank you. 00:22:21.500 --> 00:22:24.000 - You're completely useless. - We're leaving! 00:22:24.083 --> 00:22:25.541 Get rid of that! 00:22:30.583 --> 00:22:31.791 What's your name? 00:22:32.833 --> 00:22:33.708 Mine? 00:22:36.416 --> 00:22:37.625 Do you work here too? 00:22:38.625 --> 00:22:39.625 Yes, Majesty. 00:22:40.375 --> 00:22:42.500 Your Majesty, with all due respect. 00:22:42.583 --> 00:22:46.791 - Elisabeth! Elisabeth! Elisabeth! - Give me a moment. Please. 00:22:46.875 --> 00:22:49.750 Elisabeth! Elisabeth! 00:22:49.833 --> 00:22:52.875 - Elisabeth! Elisabeth! - Why don't we get to see her? 00:22:52.958 --> 00:22:56.666 Didn't you hear that? You're to step back! Back! Now do it! 00:22:56.750 --> 00:22:59.500 - You have not told me your name. - Hedwig, Majesty. 00:22:59.625 --> 00:23:01.083 But everyone calls me Hedi. 00:23:01.583 --> 00:23:02.875 Elisabeth! 00:23:03.833 --> 00:23:05.333 Elisabeth! 00:23:05.833 --> 00:23:07.833 Back! Back! 00:23:07.875 --> 00:23:10.416 My brother wants to buy me new ones. 00:23:10.541 --> 00:23:11.708 Don't you have parents? 00:23:24.000 --> 00:23:25.500 Elisabeth! 00:23:28.791 --> 00:23:30.125 Good gracious! 00:23:30.208 --> 00:23:31.625 What are you doing? 00:23:38.000 --> 00:23:39.541 You will grow into them. 00:23:39.625 --> 00:23:42.291 Elisabeth! Elisabeth! 00:23:44.833 --> 00:23:47.250 Carry the Empress out. Immediately. 00:23:48.625 --> 00:23:50.791 What are you waiting for, Kempen? 00:23:50.875 --> 00:23:53.125 Her Majesty must be carried. 00:23:53.916 --> 00:23:55.541 No. I can walk. 00:23:55.625 --> 00:23:58.166 An empress is not allowed to touch this floor. 00:23:59.500 --> 00:24:00.416 I will walk. 00:24:01.833 --> 00:24:03.666 Kempen, let me down right now! 00:24:03.750 --> 00:24:05.166 Let me down! 00:24:10.208 --> 00:24:11.166 There she is! 00:24:11.208 --> 00:24:13.041 Let me down, please. 00:24:13.166 --> 00:24:18.583 Elisabeth! Elisabeth! Elisabeth! Elisabeth! 00:24:18.708 --> 00:24:21.041 - The delicate lady! - Please let me down. 00:24:21.083 --> 00:24:22.875 Yes, don't get dirty! 00:24:22.916 --> 00:24:24.416 Let me down! 00:24:25.083 --> 00:24:27.125 She can't walk on her own or what? 00:24:28.291 --> 00:24:30.125 Damn Imperial scum! 00:24:33.458 --> 00:24:34.500 Drive! 00:24:37.416 --> 00:24:38.666 Leave the child alone! 00:24:43.833 --> 00:24:45.125 Elisabeth! 00:24:46.958 --> 00:24:49.333 What's happening to those people? He must stop! 00:24:49.416 --> 00:24:52.291 We will return to the palace at once. No further visits. 00:24:55.625 --> 00:24:56.708 Are you all right? 00:24:58.416 --> 00:25:00.791 This happens when you get too close to the riff- raff! 00:25:00.875 --> 00:25:02.083 I warned you! 00:25:43.625 --> 00:25:46.833 ESTEEMED MOTHER - DEAR FATHER LEONTINE VON APAFI 00:26:20.125 --> 00:26:21.250 Blood. 00:26:21.375 --> 00:26:23.333 Von Bach, you may remember me. 00:26:24.041 --> 00:26:24.125 Do you have a moment? 00:26:24.125 --> 00:26:25.541 Do you have a moment? 00:26:26.541 --> 00:26:27.541 I wanted to… 00:26:30.375 --> 00:26:31.750 Would you come walk with me? 00:26:39.750 --> 00:26:42.541 From the first day, I sensed you were different. 00:26:44.416 --> 00:26:47.083 Don't get me wrong. That's just what I like. 00:26:47.166 --> 00:26:49.958 I'm from a small village myself, not far from here. 00:26:50.541 --> 00:26:52.875 Unlike yours, my father is not a count. 00:26:55.083 --> 00:26:57.916 At times, I'm not sure how I ended up here. 00:26:58.833 --> 00:27:00.750 It sometimes seems like a dream. 00:27:02.833 --> 00:27:05.166 What am I doing? I'm talking on and on. 00:27:10.250 --> 00:27:11.291 Did you know that… 00:27:12.166 --> 00:27:15.000 we have wonderful works in our art gallery from a painter 00:27:15.125 --> 00:27:16.958 who worked near your hometown? 00:27:20.125 --> 00:27:21.625 Near Hermannstadt, right? 00:27:23.125 --> 00:27:23.958 Yes. 00:27:25.333 --> 00:27:28.083 It would bring me great joy to look at them with you. 00:27:29.875 --> 00:27:31.333 Maybe another time. I must- - 00:27:31.375 --> 00:27:33.500 The Empress won't be back until evening. 00:27:35.791 --> 00:27:36.750 Please. 00:27:40.583 --> 00:27:43.000 I've been looking for the courage to speak to you. 00:27:44.375 --> 00:27:46.375 Now, I cannot wait another day. 00:27:53.875 --> 00:27:54.750 Very well. 00:27:55.625 --> 00:27:59.416 The southern armed forces, the navy and the Hereditary Lands support us. 00:27:59.500 --> 00:28:03.916 We already have contacts with newspapers, the postal service and secret services. 00:28:04.000 --> 00:28:05.375 I sense a "but." 00:28:05.458 --> 00:28:08.000 You still lack three things, Highness. 00:28:08.083 --> 00:28:11.083 - One, the support of the military. - I know. Next one? 00:28:11.166 --> 00:28:14.791 The support of the Catholic Church. To convince the army, we need… 00:28:14.875 --> 00:28:17.791 A blessing from above. Rauscher listens to my mother. Next? 00:28:18.916 --> 00:28:19.958 Your mother. 00:28:22.458 --> 00:28:23.625 Damn it. 00:28:31.666 --> 00:28:33.333 I'll take care of her last. 00:28:36.208 --> 00:28:39.875 You know, gentlemen, such an opportune moment won't come again. 00:28:40.500 --> 00:28:45.500 The Emperor is extremely weakened. The people are no longer on his side. 00:28:48.583 --> 00:28:50.958 Give me a few days, then we'll be ready. 00:28:53.625 --> 00:28:57.500 Your Majesty, the visitor you requested. Countess Gundemann. 00:28:58.333 --> 00:28:59.208 Show her in. 00:29:04.791 --> 00:29:05.750 Your Majesty. 00:29:09.083 --> 00:29:10.041 Nice to see you. 00:29:12.250 --> 00:29:13.750 You look radiant, Louise. 00:29:15.625 --> 00:29:16.750 Somehow different. 00:29:18.791 --> 00:29:21.625 Perhaps that's due to my recent engagement. 00:29:25.500 --> 00:29:27.250 My most heartfelt congratulations. 00:29:29.291 --> 00:29:33.333 Baron von Sina will make an honest woman out of me. 00:29:34.875 --> 00:29:36.375 You don't need a man for that. 00:29:36.500 --> 00:29:38.250 You can marry, but I cannot? 00:29:39.041 --> 00:29:40.541 No, I am just surprised. 00:29:40.583 --> 00:29:43.416 You are a countess. Von Sina is merely a baron. 00:29:44.333 --> 00:29:46.208 Isn't that a step down for you? 00:29:46.291 --> 00:29:48.625 I was never looking for a higher title. 00:29:49.125 --> 00:29:50.875 What are you looking for then? 00:29:50.958 --> 00:29:52.708 Simon gives me security. 00:29:55.000 --> 00:29:57.125 And he's giving me an island. 00:29:57.208 --> 00:29:58.791 What harm could it do? 00:30:00.333 --> 00:30:01.541 Let's toast to that. 00:30:09.000 --> 00:30:09.916 To love. 00:30:12.166 --> 00:30:13.625 I have only loved once. 00:30:17.291 --> 00:30:18.500 I didn't want to hurt you. 00:30:20.708 --> 00:30:22.083 Who says I meant you? 00:30:31.000 --> 00:30:32.500 Strange being back here. 00:30:36.041 --> 00:30:38.000 Everything seems so much 00:30:39.500 --> 00:30:40.708 smaller than before. 00:30:44.375 --> 00:30:46.583 I need your fiancé's support, Louise. 00:30:47.083 --> 00:30:48.666 You broke your word. 00:30:51.916 --> 00:30:55.291 Simon wanted to support your infrastructure plans. 00:30:55.333 --> 00:30:57.000 Not a military venture. 00:30:57.125 --> 00:30:58.791 The circumstances forced my hand. 00:30:58.833 --> 00:31:01.291 I still want to change the Empire. I mean that. 00:31:02.750 --> 00:31:04.458 Can't you speak to him again? 00:31:06.000 --> 00:31:08.833 I thought you invited me, so we could be friends. 00:31:10.375 --> 00:31:12.083 But nothing has changed. 00:31:13.041 --> 00:31:14.583 You are using me, Majesty. 00:31:15.208 --> 00:31:16.541 No, that is not true. 00:31:20.000 --> 00:31:20.916 I need you. 00:31:27.833 --> 00:31:29.125 I want you to beg. 00:31:30.916 --> 00:31:32.041 I beg your pardon? 00:31:33.750 --> 00:31:35.458 Doesn't feel good, does it? 00:31:43.541 --> 00:31:45.041 I beg you, Louise. 00:31:47.166 --> 00:31:48.000 Help me. 00:31:52.416 --> 00:31:54.041 For the good of our people. 00:31:58.791 --> 00:32:00.791 Very well, I'll see what I can do. 00:32:02.625 --> 00:32:04.291 And you give some thought… 00:32:06.291 --> 00:32:08.291 to what you can do for me in the future. 00:32:13.791 --> 00:32:17.041 There was an incident during the Empress's visit today. 00:32:18.000 --> 00:32:20.333 - A servant will carry you. - No one will! 00:32:20.416 --> 00:32:22.166 Majesty, at least put shoes on. 00:32:24.791 --> 00:32:27.750 If you let me walk like a normal person, we could've avoided this! 00:32:27.833 --> 00:32:31.541 If Your Majesty had listened to me, we could've avoided this! 00:32:31.625 --> 00:32:32.666 Put the shoes on! 00:32:35.291 --> 00:32:36.500 Please. 00:32:48.041 --> 00:32:48.875 Are you well? 00:32:50.541 --> 00:32:54.250 You put yourself and others in danger with your stubbornness. 00:32:54.500 --> 00:32:55.416 No, I didn't. 00:32:55.500 --> 00:32:57.416 You caused a riot. 00:32:57.500 --> 00:33:01.375 - Elisabeth surely did not intend that. - But it did happen. 00:33:02.541 --> 00:33:05.583 You have no sense of what is proper and what is not. 00:33:06.083 --> 00:33:08.500 You went too far, and it's not the first time. 00:33:08.583 --> 00:33:12.625 - I saw how the police treat the people! - The police protected you. 00:33:12.666 --> 00:33:15.500 Kempen and his men are the dangerous ones. 00:33:15.583 --> 00:33:16.750 That is ridiculous! 00:33:18.000 --> 00:33:19.333 Please leave us alone. 00:33:34.416 --> 00:33:36.958 I don't understand you. What was that about? 00:33:39.125 --> 00:33:41.916 Why didn't you leave when Kempen ordered it? 00:33:43.875 --> 00:33:45.750 Because it felt right to stay. 00:33:50.083 --> 00:33:51.000 Elisabeth. 00:33:55.375 --> 00:33:57.875 You can't get so close to the people. It's dangerous. 00:33:57.958 --> 00:33:58.916 Why? 00:33:59.000 --> 00:34:00.375 Because you're the Empress! 00:34:01.000 --> 00:34:02.333 You are above them. 00:34:02.416 --> 00:34:05.875 That's precisely why they hate us all. We don't act human. 00:34:05.958 --> 00:34:08.958 No talking to them, looking at them, touching them. 00:34:09.041 --> 00:34:10.541 You want to hand out bread? 00:34:11.375 --> 00:34:14.333 Sorry, Elisabeth. It's a bit more complicated. 00:34:15.750 --> 00:34:17.500 People are suffering. Simple. 00:34:17.583 --> 00:34:20.291 You have no idea what I'm doing to bring change! 00:34:21.708 --> 00:34:24.166 And your bleeding heart doesn't help me at all. 00:34:35.250 --> 00:34:38.916 I will think of a way to get a better handle on the girl. 00:34:39.000 --> 00:34:41.333 It's a bit too late for that, don't you think? 00:34:43.791 --> 00:34:47.208 If she has another misstep and fails to get pregnant again, 00:34:47.250 --> 00:34:48.708 there will be consequences. 00:34:49.875 --> 00:34:52.500 - I completely agree with you. - For you too. 00:34:55.083 --> 00:34:57.541 What do you mean, Your Imperial Highness? 00:34:59.916 --> 00:35:00.750 That is all. 00:35:26.625 --> 00:35:28.541 Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. 00:35:29.416 --> 00:35:32.500 How long has it been since your last confession? 00:35:32.583 --> 00:35:34.458 That is your first question? 00:35:34.541 --> 00:35:35.541 For God's sake. 00:35:35.625 --> 00:35:38.291 Since the death of your fiancée, I believe. 00:35:38.375 --> 00:35:39.833 God rest her soul. 00:35:41.083 --> 00:35:43.833 I am happy you have found your way back to God. 00:35:44.916 --> 00:35:46.250 Speak, my son. 00:35:47.916 --> 00:35:49.333 I have cursed… 00:35:49.416 --> 00:35:50.458 What do you call it? 00:35:50.958 --> 00:35:52.666 Taken the Lord's name in vain. 00:35:52.708 --> 00:35:56.916 I have… done everything on the list. I beg for forgiveness. 00:35:58.208 --> 00:35:59.208 Pray, 00:36:00.041 --> 00:36:02.416 and the Lord will unburden your soul. 00:36:14.875 --> 00:36:18.375 I know you wish the Church and state to be more closely tied 00:36:18.500 --> 00:36:22.250 and for Habsburg's neighbouring Catholic regions to be part of the Empire. 00:36:22.666 --> 00:36:24.291 If there were a new ruler, 00:36:25.125 --> 00:36:29.000 if it were time to make a change, what position would you take? 00:36:39.458 --> 00:36:44.583 You don't even know the Lord's Prayer, and you want my support to seize power? 00:36:44.666 --> 00:36:45.750 I am a pragmatist. 00:36:46.541 --> 00:36:49.625 What is your vision for our empire? What do you stand for? 00:36:51.250 --> 00:36:54.458 I always get what I want. That is my strength. 00:36:54.541 --> 00:36:56.708 Who are you to question God's plan? 00:36:56.791 --> 00:36:59.333 We changed emperors once. Why not again? 00:37:01.833 --> 00:37:03.791 The people are on my side. 00:37:04.500 --> 00:37:06.375 That does not worry me. 00:37:06.416 --> 00:37:07.375 What does? 00:37:09.083 --> 00:37:10.916 If you stand for nothing, Maximilian, 00:37:12.083 --> 00:37:13.250 what will you fall for? 00:37:20.250 --> 00:37:21.083 Elsa. 00:37:23.750 --> 00:37:25.125 I have to talk to Egon. 00:37:25.166 --> 00:37:27.666 Amalia is onto me. I have to get out of here. 00:37:29.166 --> 00:37:31.250 We have to abort the plan. Do you understand? 00:37:31.750 --> 00:37:32.875 It's too late. 00:37:34.708 --> 00:37:36.083 What does that mean? 00:37:36.208 --> 00:37:37.625 It will happen. 00:37:39.666 --> 00:37:40.500 When? 00:37:41.083 --> 00:37:41.916 For the people! 00:38:03.541 --> 00:38:04.458 Elisabeth. 00:38:07.416 --> 00:38:11.708 I heard this place was haunted. I just didn't know you were the ghost. 00:38:17.500 --> 00:38:19.500 What are you doing here so late? 00:38:22.333 --> 00:38:24.208 I was in the city. At a party. 00:38:26.208 --> 00:38:27.041 And you? 00:38:28.125 --> 00:38:30.333 I couldn't sleep. As always. 00:38:35.416 --> 00:38:37.583 I know of a tunnel that leads out of here. 00:38:38.500 --> 00:38:40.958 I'll pack a small bag, and we'll be in Prague tomorrow. 00:38:44.750 --> 00:38:46.375 You always promise so much. 00:38:53.708 --> 00:38:55.750 What if I suddenly said yes? 00:39:01.083 --> 00:39:02.166 Then you say yes. 00:39:57.583 --> 00:39:58.458 Shit. 00:40:08.541 --> 00:40:09.375 Yes? 00:40:12.750 --> 00:40:13.583 Elisabeth. 00:40:14.333 --> 00:40:16.291 Sorry, I hope I'm not disturbing you. 00:40:19.791 --> 00:40:20.875 I couldn't sleep. 00:40:33.666 --> 00:40:34.833 May I? 00:40:35.541 --> 00:40:36.416 Of course. 00:40:57.916 --> 00:41:00.750 I heard what happened today at the foundry. 00:41:01.916 --> 00:41:04.166 And that you gave a girl your shoes. 00:41:13.250 --> 00:41:14.541 Did it cause a conflict? 00:41:17.875 --> 00:41:19.666 If only he weren't an emperor. 00:41:27.125 --> 00:41:28.541 Tell me something about you. 00:41:29.750 --> 00:41:33.250 - I have nothing interesting to tell. - I don't believe that. 00:41:34.916 --> 00:41:38.916 I have no story about a happy childhood if that's what you mean. 00:41:41.250 --> 00:41:44.791 I have never met a strong person with a simple past. 00:42:01.375 --> 00:42:03.083 What are we doing here? 00:42:13.416 --> 00:42:15.083 The police caught him. 00:42:16.333 --> 00:42:17.875 What happened to him? 00:42:30.875 --> 00:42:31.708 Why? 00:42:37.875 --> 00:42:38.958 Don't look away. 00:42:40.583 --> 00:42:42.541 Our lives are worth nothing to them. 00:42:44.416 --> 00:42:45.750 But that will change. 00:42:45.791 --> 00:42:47.458 We will avenge your brother. 00:42:49.000 --> 00:42:50.583 - For the people. - For the people.